Chandih - Ketar*, Garhwa
Chandih is a village situated in the Ketar* subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ketar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Pachadumar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandih is 347196. The village covers a total geographical area of 584.04 hectares and falls under the 822112 pincode.
Chandih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandih
As per Census 2011, Chandih village has a total population of 910 people, consisting of 500 males and 410 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 462 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 910 | 500 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 73 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 462 | 267 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 346 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 154 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Chandih
Chandih is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chandih
Chandih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Chandih is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandih
Where is Chandih located?
Chandih village is located in Ketar* Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandih?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandih is Pachadumar.
What is the pincode of Chandih?
The pincode of Chandih is 822112.
What is the population of Chandih?
Chandih has a total population of 910, including 500 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Chandih?
There are 161 households in Chandih.
What is the literacy rate in Chandih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandih is 54.62%. Male literacy is 69.20% and female literacy is 36.83%.